Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
- Wide ratio gears
- Four speeds
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic
- Electronic shift
- Torque converter clutch control
- Line pressure controls
The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
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Other materials:
Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment
1. Cycle and park the windshield wipers.
2. Verify that the distance between the center of the RH windshield
wiper blade and the top edge
of the cowl top vent panel is within specification.
3. Verify that the distance between the center of the LH win ...
Vehicle certification label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance Certification
Label be affixed to a vehicle and
prescribe where the Safety Compliance
Certification Label may be located.
The Safety Compliance Certification
Labe ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the wiper/washer system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical
damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
Hoses to windshield washer pump
Wiper l ...
